The Trotters were one of the more formidable teams in the division going into the season, and they have performed to expectations thus far.
This season, Ian Evatt’s team has won 16 of the 24 league games they have played, securing their spot in the play-offs as well as the top two spots in the league.
They are therefore well-positioned going into this transfer window, but Evatt, like any manager, will want to ensure that his team is as strong as possible.
This will include holding onto their finest players, of which forward Dion Charles most certainly qualifies.
Since Charles was introduced to the Toughsheet Community Stadium, he has impressed, so it is not surprising that Championship clubs are giving him another look this month.
The Bolton News claims that Swansea City and Hull City have been closely monitoring Charles.
According to the report, scouts from both teams attended Bolton’s game against Fleetwood Town last Friday. Given that the Northern Irishman scored a goal, it was likely a fruitful excursion.
Although most League One teams are aware that they may need to sell starting players in order to maintain financial stability, Evatt hasn’t completely ruled out Charles leaving this month.
Bolton will be eager for Charles to stay as they attempt to qualify for the Championship, so they will be hoping that the month passes and no interest is shown in him.
But a lot can still happen in this window, so Bolton needs to be ready to move quickly. In the event that the forward leaves, they might find a ready-made successor in Macauley Langstaff at Notts County.
